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| 1. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates | |
| Synonyms: | pelvic_girdle hip pelvic_arch | |
| Related terms: | skeletal_structure girdle appendicular_skeleton hip ischium pubis hipbone sacrum ilium coccyx | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) a structure shaped like a funnel in the outlet of the kidney into which urine is discharged before passing into the ureter | |
| Synonyms: | renal_pelvis | |
| Related terms: | cavity kidney | |
| Similar spelling: |
pelvic |
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